The software responsible for managing student data has been in the headlines since the beginning of the year. Depending on the school district, the stolen data included sensitive personal information such as names, addresses, birth dates, and social security numbers. For those affected, including students and staff, it is crucial to take advantage of the two years of credit monitoring and identity protection offered by PowerSchool.
However, the enrollment window is closing at the end of this month, leaving only a couple of weeks for those who have not yet signed up. Given the potential impact of time zone differences, it is important to act promptly to avoid missing this opportunity. For both U.S. and Canadian residents impacted by this data leak, the deadline to register for the service is July 31, 2025, at 5:59 UTC.
This translates to July 30, 2025, at 10:59 PM PT or July 31, 2025, at 1:59 AM ET. Although the stolen PowerSchool data has not surfaced in public forums, there is no guarantee that it hasn’t already been circulated privately or that it won’t be released publicly in the future. This leak presents an ongoing risk, particularly regarding the long-term consequences for minor children.
Many individuals do not consider kids to be potential victims of identity theft, leading to a lack of regular credit report checks. This oversight can allow scammers to damage their credit scores, complicating future endeavors such as opening bank accounts, applying for credit cards, securing apartments, or finding employment as they reach adulthood. For this reason, I strongly encourage all parents to take proactive measures.
Given the increasing frequency and scale of data breaches, it’s essential to understand that their children may be vulnerable to identity theft now or in the future.